NEW YORK — Skiing star Lindsey Vonn has revealed to People magazine that she struggled with depression and was prescribed an antidepressant to treat the condition.

In the latest issue of the magazine, Vonn, 28, says that in 2008, “I couldn’t get out of bed. I felt hopeless, empty, like a zombie. I couldn’t even cry anymore.”

Her then-husband, Thomas Vonn, encouraged Lindsey to seek treatment, and she went to see a doctor. She describes in the interview how it seemed her life was perfect, but “behind the scenes, it was a struggle.”

Vonn told the magazine that she’s happier these days. “All the parts of my life are finally in sync,” she said. “I accept who I am, and I’m moving forward.”

Her spokesman, Lewis Kay, told the Associated Press on Friday, Dec. 14, that Vonn, a St. Paul native, had no further comment on her struggle with depression.

She was not available after her bid for a fifth straight victory in speed events at World Cup competition ended Friday with a crash in Val d’Isere, France.

U women’s team announces recruits

Six Minnesotans highlight the University of Minnesota’s women’s hockey class of seven recruits announced by coach Brad Frost.

DETROIT — The Detroit Tigers have made another major move to help their quest to win a World Series for the first time since 1984.

Right-handed pitcher Anibal Sanchez agreed to an $80 million, five-year contract with the Tigers, pending a physical, a person familiar with the deal told the Associated Press.

Sanchez was part of Detroit’s four-man rotation that led the franchise to the World Series this year. He had a 1.77 earned-run average in 20 1/3 innings over three postseason starts but was 1-2 because Detroit was shut out in each of his losses.

Yankees hit with $18.9M luxury tax

NEW YORK — The New York Yankees have been hit with an $18.9 million luxury tax by Major League Baseball, the 10th consecutive year they will pay a penalty for their spending.

The Yankees finished with a $222.5 million payroll for purposes of the tax, according to figures sent to teams Thursday and obtained by the Associated Press.

Following its payroll-shedding trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers last summer, Boston finished just $47,177 under the $178 million threshold. The Los Angeles Angels wound up at $176.7 million and Philadelphia at $174.5 million.

U.S. Open adds extra day in 2013

The U.S. Open tennis tournament is moving the women’s final to Sunday and men’s final to Monday in 2013, building in a day of rest ahead of each title match for the first time.

The U.S. Tennis Association, which runs the Grand Slam event played in New York, announced the changes — but only for next year.

A decision about 2014 and beyond probably will come after the 2013 tournament, USTA spokesman Chris Widmaier said.

Rain forced the USTA to postpone the men’s final from its scheduled Sunday slot to Monday each of the past five years.

Crawford to miss rest of the season

EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern forward Drew Crawford has a torn labrum in his right shoulder and will have season-ending surgery, a major blow for the Wildcats.

The senior is eligible to seek a medical hardship waiver.

Crawford has started all 10 games and is the Wildcats’ second-leading scorer, averaging 13.5 points. He ranks 10th in school history with 1,418 career points.

Lochte sets world record in 200 IM

ISTANBUL — Ryan Lochte broke his world record in the 200-meter individual medley at the short-course world championships, and he celebrated by giving his medal to a boy in the crowd.

“To see that smile on that little face means everything to me,” Lochte said.

The Olympic star finished the eight laps in 1 minute and 49.63 seconds, breaking his mark of 1:50.08.

Osseo’s Tusler wins Mr. Football award

Bridgeport Tusler, a running back and defensive back from Osseo High School, was named Mr. Football by the Minnesota Football Coaches Association. The award was presented at the Mr. Football Banquet on Dec. 9 at the Doubletree Hotel in St. Louis Park.

Tusler, a two-year team captain, led the metro area with eight interceptions and returned one for a touchdown. He also rushed for 1,173 yards and 16 TDs, and caught 18 passes for 243 yards and three TDs.

Big East’s non-FBS schools to strategize

Officials from the seven schools planning to break off from the Big East will hold a conference call Saturday to discuss leaving the league.

Big East’s members that don’t have FBS football programs have decided to split from the conference, a person familiar with the decision told the AP on Thursday.

No formal announcement has been made, and the group of schools, which includes Georgetown, St. John’s, Villanova and Marquette, was still working on how best to go their own way. They have yet to officially inform the Big East leadership of their intentions.

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KANSAS CITY ROYALS–Agreed to terms with OF Xavier Nady on a minor league contract.

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